Linden businessman admits overcharging agencies, feds say
Robert Datillo pleaded guilty to one charge of conspiracy to commit mail and wire fraud against a number of public agencies. TRENTON -- It may not be the best idea to sell low-grade or "reject"...
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Decision stands: Ex-cop guilty of stealing $70 from crime scene
A former Essex County Sheriff's officer, George Ruiz, 49, formerly of Belleville, was convicted of official misconduct in 2013 George Ruiz, 49, a former Essex County Sheriff's officer, was convicted...
View ArticleSomerset County's new prosecutor served under Gov. Christie
Somerset County's new prosecutor spent eight years as an assistant U.S. Attorney out of Newark. SOMERVILLE -- New Somerset County Prosecutor Michael H. Robertson brings a wealth of experience to his...
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You've seen all of these stories on NJ.com during the past week. Time to see how well you recall the biggest local news stories from the past week. Answer the seven multiple-choice questions below,...
View ArticleLook out! It's the Love Mob spreading joy in Hillside
The First Baptist Church of Hillside is also known as the "Love Mob," a congregation that supports local businesses when church members spend $5,000 or close to it. If not, then they've cleaned out...
View ArticleNewark official: Roselle team 'equally responsible' for wild girls hoops brawl
Fight last week resulted in six Roselle players seeking treatment at hospital Fight last week resulted in six Roselle players seeking treatment at hospital
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Adult cat needs a new home
Fluffy lost her home when her owners said they could no longer care for her. Fluffy MONTCLAIR -- Fluffy is an 8-year-old cat in the care of PAWS Montclair who lost her home when her owners said they...
View Article4 companies working at fatal crane accident have history of safety violations
A generator being hoisted by a crane fell onto two workers when a strap gave way, Hanover Township Mayor Ronald Francioli said. HANOVER -- Four of the companies performing work at the site of the new...
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Poll: Are today's student athletes too sensitive to coaches' 'bullying'?
An ex-Columbia High School baseball player sued his former coaches for what he says was bullying and retaliation, but some NJ.com readers say it was just good coaching. Columbia High School. (Bill...
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Newark police arrest 10 alleged 'Johns' in undercover prostitution sting
The men were allegedly observed by police soliciting prostitution services along the Frelinghuysen Avenue corridor, police said. (File photo) NEWARK -- An undercover police investigation conducted in...
View Article7 burning questions about Roselle-American History hoops fan-player brawl
Clarifying and explaining what's still murky about last week's wild incident. Clarifying and explaining what's still not clear about last week's wild incident.
View ArticlePaper Mill to mount new musical based on Whitney Houston's 'The Bodyguard'
The show, which premiered in London in 2012, gets its first U.S. staging at the Millburn theater this fall Watch video A new musical based on the Whitney Houston-Kevin Costner romance "The Bodyguard"...
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Worker from Irvington in critical condition after fall at job site
Worker in critical condition, report says (File photo) OLD TAPPAN -- A construction worker from Irvington was hospitalized with serious injuries after he fell from the roof of a house on Kristin...
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Newark TSA agent caught swiping $1K watch from passenger's bag, cops say
The expensive watch was going through the screening when the agent allegedly put the watch in his pocket, officials said. NEWARK -- A TSA agent was arrested this week after allegedly stealing a $1,000...
View ArticleSee how much school aid Christie would give your district
Every school district would get more money under Gov. Christie's budget proposal, but some more than others. TRENTON- Nearly 300 New Jersey school districts would receive less than a 1 percent...
View ArticleAccused 'nanny-cam' attacker can't keep bloody jeans out of trial
Shawn Custis, 45, of Newark, lost a motion to stop prosecutors at his trial from presenting evidence that police seized jeans belonging to him that allegedly contains the victim's blood Watch video...
View ArticleAgencies won't uphold ban on Uber, Lyft at Newark airport
City prosecutor had issued ban on ride-share services for violations local law NEWARK -- Officials announced Friday that they would not prevent ride-sharing firms from operating at Newark Liberty...
View ArticleSee how much state aid is proposed for school districts in Essex County
Gov. Chris Christie made a budget proposal earlier this week. ESSEX COUNTY -- Gov. Chris Christie has proposed spending more than $13 billion in funding, including $548 million in new spending in his...
View ArticleN.J. man admits to $4M scam involving stolen identity of Mets owner Jeff Wilpon
Federal authorities say Michael Conway used fake agreements, including one with New York Mets owner Jeff Wilpon, to get investors. Watch video NEW YORK -- A Verona man has admitted to a running a scam...
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3 arrested in connection with various Newark shootings
All three suspects were captured Friday, officials said. Newark Police arrested Elaine Wheeler (left), Jihad Jones (center) and Assata Howell (right) Friday, officials said. (photos provided) NEWARK...
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